Experience with 8x10"?

Anybody here tried this format, shooting landscpes? This goes to the LFers mainly, I would like to know how much different this is from shooting 4x5".
Now, that a new Velvia 50 is out and probably around for quiet some time, I'm playing with the thought of moving up a step, these 4x5 snappies are just too light to carry!

georg

Now, that a new Velvia 50 is out and probably around for quiet some time, I'm playing with the thought of moving up a step, these 4x5 snappies are just too light to carry!>>>
You need someone to buy your 'snappy' stuff, you know the address in Germering.

Sorry, no experience with 8x10. Hows new velvia? Tried any of those packs you got?

Prashan, we're not selling any of the 4x5 gear, it will still be our bread'n butter gear.
No, so far I have not used the new velvia, I want to keep some of it for a shooting were I will use it parallel with the old one and so can directly compare and really get to know how much different it is.

I've been along with a guy who shoots it. It does give incredible detail, especially in b&w film. (I too shoot 4x5.) The downside to it all is the costs. It's also a bit more picky about things such as focus, and where I live I think the wind would drive me nuts if I tried to use a big 8x10.


Kent in SD

I can't comment on actually using one (the bravest I have been is 4x5), but I looked at an Ebony gg last year when I was in Acadia. It was a beach scene, with a lot of people on the sand, walking around, kids playing and the stray dog. It was like watching a television.

Kent, thanks. Yep, I think wind will not be my friend with a 8x10" either. but then, this is what I'm used to, shooting 4x5 all the time. Cost should not be SUCH a problem (besides the cost for the camera), because I will not use so much film, as I plan to shoot very specific locations with it.)
georg

Georg, I've been shooting this format for over 8 years now. It's a whole new ballgame when moving up to this format. Focusing, weight, size, price, lenses, depth of field, and a few other variables are all items that are taken to new levels when shooting 8x10. Feel free to email me directly or call me anytime for detailed opinions on the pluses and minuses of going to this format.

Tony, thanks for that offer. That sounds really great.
I will contact you as soon as I have all my questions together and have time to write you an Email!
Georg

Georg, you can get a lot of good advice about the pros and cons of 4x5 vs 8x10 at the LFPhoto.info forums. There are a lot of knowledgeable folks there. Many have made the move from 4x5 to 8x10.

Cheers,

Best if you go on the Large Format Forum

http://www.largeformatphotography.info/forum/